Armored Car/Courier Service/Smart Safes

The City of Fort Myers is soliciting proposals for an Armored Car/Courier Service and Smart Safes program to handle bank deposit pickups and deliveries from seven municipal locations, including Eastwood Golf Course, Fort Myers Country Club, Skatium, Stars Complex, Fort Myers Racquet Club, Utility Billing, and City Hall. The procurement seeks qualified consultants or contractors to provide daily deposit services multiple times per week, with an initial three-year contract term and options for two additional one-year renewals. Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of three consecutive years in business, possess a valid business license, and comply with E-Verify requirements. The city will evaluate proposals based on the contractor's capabilities, including financial stability, reputation, business experience, and performance on similar projects. Key proposal submission deadlines include questions due by April 21, 2025, and final proposal submissions due by April 28, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with anticipated City Council approval scheduled for May 5, 2025. Evaluation criteria will emphasize the contractor's operational capabilities, comprehensive documentation, and ability to meet complex regulatory requirements.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and compliance requirements that may restrict or shape potential bidders, including mandatory affidavits related to human trafficking prevention, employment eligibility, and compliance with foreign entity restrictions. Vendors must certify they are not owned or controlled by entities from specified countries, including China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria. The procurement includes provisions for local business preference, with potential scoring advantages for companies with Lee County or Fort Myers office locations. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the requirements suggests a significant municipal service contract. Additional compliance requirements include Build America, Buy America certification, which mandates the use of U.S.-produced materials and products, and adherence to various federal and state regulations including labor standards, civil rights guidelines, and equal employment opportunity provisions. Contractors must also be prepared to meet extensive documentation and reporting requirements across multiple regulatory domains.